A valuable contribution to Maltese insolvency law

The Insolvency Practitioner: Powers, Duties, Authorisation and Liabilities

by Tiziana Filletti

Malta University Press

Ivan Sammut

Tiziana Filletti’s The Insolvency Practitioner: Powers, Duties, Authorisation and Liabilities is a significant and timely contribution to the growing body of Maltese legal scholarship on insolvency law. The work provides a comprehensive examination of the role of the insolvency practitioner, addressing the legal framework governing powers, duties, authorisation requirements and potential liabilities. At the same time, it situates the Maltese position within a broader European Union and common law context, thereby enhancing its relevance beyond Malta’s shores.

One of the book’s notable strengths is its comparative approach. By drawing upon developments in other jurisdictions and engaging with wider legal debates, the author succeeds in presenting a study that is both jurisdiction-specific and internationally relevant. This comparative dimension enriches the analysis and provides readers with a deeper understanding of the evolving role of insolvency practitioners in contemporary legal systems.

The book is well organised and structured. Its chapters are carefully arranged, allowing readers to follow the development of the subject in a logical and coherent manner. The text functions equally well as a scholarly work to be read from beginning to end and as a practical reference source for consultation on specific issues. The author’s writing style is clear, accessible and appropriately tailored to the intended audience.

Methodologically, the work reflects the standards expected of a legal monograph. Drawing extensively on legislation, case law, regulatory materials and academic commentary, the author provides a rigorous doctrinal analysis of the subject matter. The conceptual and methodological foundations of the work are sound, and the manuscript successfully addresses the principal legal issues associated with insolvency practice.

The publication fills an important gap in the existing literature. Scholarship on insolvency practitioners within the Maltese legal framework remains limited, and this book makes a meaningful contribution to both academic discussion and professional practice. It provides much-needed guidance on an area of increasing significance, particularly in light of ongoing developments in insolvency regulation and corporate restructuring across Europe.

The book is likely to appeal to a broad readership. It will be particularly valuable for postgraduate students, researchers, academics, insolvency practitioners, lawyers, members of the judiciary and professionals working in financial services and corporate governance. It is also highly relevant for undergraduate law students and others seeking a deeper understanding of insolvency law and practice. Within Malta, it would serve as a useful resource for programmes such as the LL.B., LL.M., and postgraduate courses in financial services and commercial law. Internationally, its comparative perspective will make it attractive to readers interested in insolvency law within both European and common law settings.

In a field where authoritative literature remains relatively scarce, The Insolvency Practitioner: Powers, Duties, Authorisation and Liabilities stands out as a carefully researched and well-executed work. It makes a substantial contribution to the understanding of insolvency practice and offers both scholarly insight and practical utility. The book is highly recommended and deserves a place among the essential resources for those engaged in the study, teaching, and practice of insolvency law.

Filletti is to be commended for producing a work of considerable quality and importance. It is hoped that this publication will encourage further scholarship on Maltese law and its interaction with wider European legal developments.

Ivan Sammut is vice dean, Faculty of Laws, University of Malta.